The City of Slidell has hired Melissa Newman as Public Information Officer. She will coordinate the development and maintenance of the city's internal and external communications efforts and serve as the spokesperson and community contact. Newman comes to the city from Sophisticated Woman Magazine, where she was the managing editor for the regional lifestyle publication based in St. Tammany... Full story »

So you want your news and you want it now but you don't have a lot of time to read? Now you can get the scoop on Slidell news in 140 characters or less with Twitter. The City of Slidell has recently joined the brigades of this social media technology, which enables subscribers to receive instant updates via email... Full story »

The rain on March 15 left fans of the popular band singing the blues. Despite scattered spring showers, over 100 Blue Meanies fans had gathered in Heritage Park for the celebration. Some sought shelter in the gazebos. Others had chairs with built‐in umbrellas. All shared the same sentiment: they were determined a little rain wouldn't stop them from enjoying... Full story »

Due to inclement weather, tonight's Christmas Under the Stars activities have been cancelled. With more "winter storm" weather predicted, both Griffith Park and the Christmas train exhibit will be closed tonight. The festival will resume tomorrow, weather permitting, for three more days of visits with Santa, storytelling, festival lights and live entertainment by local school and church groups, from 6... Full story »

Due to popular demand, the City of Slidell is offering a one-time opportunity for citizens to bring home a part of Slidell history--a collection of the city's commemorative holiday ornaments. The lucky winner of the holiday raffle will bring home the ornaments that were issued from 2000 to 2007. Tickets are $1 or six for $5, and are available... Full story »

The city's youth are being encouraged to discover the performing arts with an upcoming theatrical presentation based on a popular children's story, Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great. This musical presents a lively and poignant tale of Sheila Tubman, a ten-year-old girl and her coming of age, her struggles with having an older sister and being afraid of just... Full story »

Want to attend the City of Slidell's Some Enchanted Evening with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra but you're not sure what you need to do? Here's everything you need to know to come out and enjoy this festive event. When is it? Saturday, May 3, 2008. Enjoy the Enchanted Art Walk from 5 to 7 p.m. The concert begins at... Full story »

Plans are being finalized for the City of Slidell's Some Enchanted Evening with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra to be held in Heritage Park on Saturday, May 3. The free event draws crowds of 5,000 to 10,000 music lovers every year. Leading the orchestra this year is the LPO's new resident conductor, Rebecca Miller, who, along with the musicians, will... Full story »